Thousands of cavalry were hiding in the mountains, eating dry food in silence. King Wei sat on the top of the mountain alone, looking cross-legged and looking south. There were footsteps behind him.
"Miss your wife and children?"
King Wei nodded, "I'm thinking more about the war."
"Shi Zhongtang put all his efforts, but Zitai went on an expedition, and the resources in northern Xinjiang could not be used. In this battle, the rebels were just waiting for work."
Li Han walked to him and sat down, clasping his knees with his hands, looking at Guanzhong under the autumn sun. There were mountains in front of him, and beyond that was Jiagu Pass.
"He could have just stuck to Lizhou." King Wei said, "By sticking to Lizhou, he was guarding the passage for the rebels to go north."
"Many people in the south are dissatisfied with the rebels. They were caught off guard at first, but now many places are ready to take action. In Guanzhong, the situation in the Tang Dynasty is complicated, and there are so many different forces. These people are also waiting for opportunities."
"Shi Zhongtang will be very worried!" King Wei said: "You only need to sit back and watch, and then attack with all your strength after he reveals his flaws. I think it will be more calm and confident this way. But he still accepted the challenge."
"I have something to say." "Say."
"I admire Zitai's ability to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages in the past."
Li Xuan escaped from dangerous situations several times, relying on his talent. But in Li Han's eyes, it was his ability. "But this time he went south without hesitation." Li Han looked at King Wei, "Do you know the reason?"
Know."
"The reason he has no hesitation is because he feels that this is his Tang Dynasty!"
Yuezhou. Thirty thousand cavalry gathered.
He Xiyan rode out of the city gate.
Qian Song sent him out and handed him over, "I'm waiting for your good news!" He Xiyan nodded, "Thank you very much."
He rode forward slowly, with his deputy Jiao Ping beside him. Thirty thousand cavalry were arrayed outside the city.
Jiao Ping said: "The king leads an army of 90,000 to attack, and the northern army has 70,000 troops, but Li Xuandi left 10,000 or 20,000 to guard the south. In this way, the king is sure to win this battle. But we are like the icing on the cake."
"The Northern Xinjiang Army is tenacious, and it will take more than a day to defeat them. The situation in Guanzhong is complicated, Li Mi has escaped, and there are also some troubles in the south. There are countless clues about what the king is doing. Therefore, we should defeat the Northern Xinjiang Army quickly, and then
Once suppressed, we are the key to this battle!"
He Xiyan looked into the distance, "Just when the Northern Xinjiang Army was struggling to hold on, thirty thousand cavalry struck fiercely. Li Xuan would be defeated even if he was a god descending to earth!"
Jiao Ping said with some longing: "If we win this battle, I want to become a civil servant and enjoy my life." He Xiyan's eyes were slightly cold, "After this battle is won, there will be suppression."
Suppression has countless benefits.
Think about it, how much wealth do those wealthy families and aristocratic families have? How much profit and water can they get from exterminating their families?
Jiao Ping said solemnly: "The king's sword is pointed at me, I will not look back." "The scout is back."
The scout brought instructions from Shi Zhongtang. "The army is leaving the city."
He Xiyan said: "The war is about to begin!"
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further afield.
Yang Lue looked into the distance from a high place.
"Shi Zhongtang has come out of seclusion, and this battle is imminent. Your Highness's side does not have enough troops!" He Cong was a little concerned about gains and losses.
"Are you worried?" Yang Lue asked.
"Yes." He Cong admitted that his mentality was a bit chaotic.
"I think about that year." Yang Lue said with a relaxed expression what happened back then.
"That year, I received His Highness. The infant His Highness looked very quiet, just looking at me quietly. So many years passed in the blink of an eye. His Majesty's figure has gradually become blurred, but the infant child,
But I still worry about you."
"I miss him." Yang Lue rubbed the corners of his eyes, "If that child didn't know his identity, he would definitely be a good person. He is considerate to his relatives and kind to his neighbors. It was me who dragged him into this whirlpool.
I have placed a heavy responsibility on his shoulders. This is the most difficult and important battle in his life. I will accompany him."
Several horses came from afar.
"General, the Yuezhou rebels have dispatched, 30,000 riders!" "Got it."
Yang Lue stood up and looked back.
Three thousand elite troops are gathering and on standby.
Yang Lue walked down and said: "I brought you and others from the south. Since you were young, I have told you and others that you should serve His Highness in this life."
"I have been saying these words for many years, almost every day. Today, the war is about to begin, and His Highness is gathering an army to prepare for a decisive battle with the rebels. Raise the army for a thousand days, and use it for a while. I will lead you to attack for the Tang Dynasty.
I will never look back for Your Highness!"
Southern Zhou Dynasty.
"It is said that Shi Zhongtang's army entered Guanzhong, and the Northern Xinjiang Army marched southward in large numbers, claiming to be fighting against rebellion, but they actually wanted to suppress it."
Xie Yingong said about the news he had just received, "Shi Zhongtang entered Guanzhong, and the rebels in southern Xinjiang were so proud that they became more domineering and frequently harassed me, Dazhou."
After the last sneak attack failed, there was an atmosphere of frustration in Southern Zhou Dynasty.
"The Northern Xinjiang Army gave up the attack on Guanzhong and defeated Lizhou. I don't know what will happen next. People from the Qing Dynasty said they are making inquiries."
"map!"
The map was opened by two chamberlains.
Nian Xu looked carefully and slid his finger on the map.
"Once Lizhou is defeated, Shi Zhongtang's southern territory will be exposed to the iron hoof of the Northern Xinjiang Army. If Li Xuanruo attacks in the south, Shi Zhongtang's home base will be in danger."
Nian Xu raised his head, "He must have no choice but to go out and fight!"
"Yes." Xie Yingong came from a family of military commanders. Although he had his penis cut off, the influence he received when he was a child is still there.
"Gather the ministers!" After a while, the monarchs and ministers gathered together. "Okay!"
Fang Chong loudly made peace and said happily: "Now, even if Shi Zhongtang can win, he will suffer heavy casualties. This is my opportunity for Dazhou."
The mood of joy spread in the hall.
In the harem, Nian Ziyue learned the news and sighed, "Why do you think Beijiang will be defeated?"
The long-legged Zhang Jing said: "Princess, the army in the southern Xinjiang is huge, and the army in the northern Xinjiang is coming alone from afar. The time is right, the place is right, and the people are in the enemy's hands. This battle is indeed difficult."
"But I feel that he will not lose!" Nian Ziyue's eyes filled with spiritual energy showed determination for the first time, "Yes, he will definitely not lose!"
After surrendering to King Qin, Daizhou entered a state of cultivation and rest.
Although the Yandong army made a playful attack, the Daizhou city wall was in disrepair and the soldiers lacked training, so they suffered heavy casualties.
The King of Qin told him that all Daizhou needed to do was to warn the Yandong army.
Shi Gongming and his son fled in embarrassment, and now they are sticking their butts out in Daizhou, waiting for the outcome of this battle. Before the end of this battle, Shi Gongming will never dare to take a step beyond the limit!
On this point, Daizhou Governor Zhang Lin dared to bet for the rest of his life. In other words, King Qin was letting them rest and watch the battle.
The civilians were repairing the city, and everyone looked a little bored. Zhang Lin and Wang Shu were inspecting.
"Although I have surrendered to Your Highness, I still feel uneasy in my heart." Zhang Lin smiled bitterly at Wang Shu and said, "I always feel that I have betrayed something."
Wang Shu said: "I have been under the pseudo-emperor for many years, and I feel a little uncomfortable if I don't mention you as envoy." "Envoy, your highness's envoy is here."
An official came to report. "Please come."
A majestic general strode up to the top of the city.
"The rebels have gathered in Jianzhou City. The battle will take place in these days. Your Highness ordered the state to be on alert." "Is it coming?"
Zhang Lin looked back at the city.
"Old Wang, what will happen if Shi Gongming breaks the city that day?"
"There will be many casualties among the soldiers and civilians in the city. And if Shi Gongming goes north, the land of Yandong will definitely fall into the hands of Shi Ni. Those aliens! They are not good people!"
Wang Shu felt his heart twitch just by thinking about the consequences.
"I am a little worried about gains and losses. For more than ten years, the false emperor has been ruling the Tang Dynasty. When I first met with the false emperor, I was intimidated by the majesty. Think about it
It seems like yesterday."
Zhang Lin nodded to the general, "Your Highness has kindly asked me to recuperate on behalf of the state. I should have obeyed the order. But this is a battle that determines the future and destiny of the Tang Dynasty. What does my personal honor and disgrace count? At this time, but
All men of the Tang Dynasty should rise up. Lao Wang!"
"Here!" Wang Shu saluted.
Zhang Lin's eyes were bright, "Assemble the cavalry!" "Take the order!"
Wang Shu strode down.
Zhang Lin said to the envoy: "Please report back to Your Highness, I will lead the Daizhou cavalry to attack and form the flank of the army. I am willing to die for Your Highness!"
Above the sky, dark clouds were dense and rolling, as if someone was moving above the clouds. In a wilderness, two armies were arrayed facing each other.
"Your Majesty, the army of Northern Xinjiang is 60,000!"
After summarizing the information, multiple lookouts came to this result.
"Then, Li Xuan used 10,000 troops to guard against the attack of our southern army." He Zun's eyes burst out with brilliance, "Your Majesty, the Northern Xinjiang Army is in danger!"
Chunyu said: "When the war is in full swing, and the news comes that the 30,000-strong army defeated the 10,000 Northern Xinjiang Army, the Northern Xinjiang Army will definitely be in chaos."
Shi Zhongtang said calmly: "I have 90,000, and the opponent has 60,000. How can I not win this battle?" He squinted, and countless past events passed through his mind.
Humiliation, endure humiliation and bear the burden and climb up step by step.
Finally, he walked into the imperial city as a master and sat on the throne that only an emperor could sit on. Now, as long as he defeats the opponent in front of him, no one in the world can stop him from changing dynasties! Shi Zhongtang's face turned red.
, breathing rapidly for a moment.
He took a deep breath, suppressed the excitement in his heart, and said, "Yaowu!" A warrior led three thousand riders and rushed out of the formation.
They stood up with their stirrups on, shaking their swords in their hands, and shouting, "This is the habit of the aliens."
Li Xuan said coldly: "In the land of the Tang Dynasty, when will it be the turn of these foreigners to roar? Crossbow formation, step forward." Three thousand riders were approaching, shouting and provoking.
The formations of the Northern Xinjiang Army dispersed, and rows of crossbowmen came out.
The shooting range of the foot bow is limited, so the arrow must be released in front of the formation. After one round, the arrow must be retreated.
Crossbows are different. They have a long range. They can hide in large formations and use dense crossbow arrows to inflict damage on their opponents. What they have in common is that they are weak.
Once approached by their opponents, their outcome would be complete defeat. Therefore, when the crossbowmen walked out of the array, the enemy was stunned.
Isn't this a food delivery?
The warrior leading the team almost did not hesitate, "Charge over!" "Get ready."
The crossbow was raised. "Fire the arrow!" A wave of arrows covered the area.
At least six or seven hundred of the three thousand knights fell.
The huge blank space frightened the enemy, but the temptation to get close to the crossbowmen encouraged them to continue the attack. In the large formation behind, another group of crossbowmen was ready.
"Fire the arrow!"
The dark clouds passed over our side, passed the crossbowmen in front, and carried them down. The rebel cavalry who were attacking fell on their backs.
This time, morale has hit rock bottom. In front, archers are gathering. I say hello!
The enemy general looked at the archers with their bows and arrows ready, and then looked at the remaining men and horses under his command. What the hell are they charging at?
Rushing in front of the crossbowmen, it was estimated that there were only a thousand riders left. The opponent's flanks were double-teamed.
It’s cold! “Get out!”
If the three thousand cavalry were completely wiped out here, even if they could kill hundreds of crossbowmen, Shi Zhongtang would still skin him.
The remaining rebel cavalry circled around and received another wave of crossbow arrows before they fled back in embarrassment. The warriors went to the central army and said, "I am incompetent!"
"The temptation is unfavorable, so you should withdraw decisively, but you are hesitant and greedy for merit and rush forward!" Shi Zhongtang said coldly: "Take it!"
"King"
Before the words were spoken, the head had already fallen to the ground.
"Warn the troops to obey orders and act!" Shi Zhongtang said solemnly.
He Zun knew that this was Shi Zhongtang
To make use of the topic, use the head of a warrior to cheer up his subordinates before the battle.
Please cheer up this king, otherwise, this person will be the vanguard! As expected, the rebels are all awe-inspiring.
Wei Ming said: "Your Majesty, the Northern Xinjiang Army is as motionless as a mountain. They are waiting for our army to attack." The Northern Xinjiang Army's crossbow array is sharp, and taking the initiative to attack will have to pay a huge price.
"We have many soldiers." Shi Zhongtang said: "Li Xuan seems to want to stop quietly, but in fact he is worried about being attacked from behind. Once He Xiyan's army appears, the Northern Xinjiang army that took the initiative to attack will collapse in an instant."
He Zun said with a smile: "This is the disadvantage of going deep alone." The rebels felt more comfortable as they were fighting at home.
Shi Zhongtang said: "Tell the warriors that after this battle, I will rule the world!" After winning this battle, no one can stop Shi Zhongtang from changing dynasties.
And everyone from top to bottom of the rebels is a hero.
"The prosperous Tang Dynasty is enough for me to reward them generously. Tell the warriors that the world belongs to them!"
The Northern Xinjiang Army was defeated, and Shi Zhongtang no longer needed to cover up. He confiscated his family and exterminated his clan, allowing his subordinates to plunder the powerful clans and purge those forces that were dissatisfied with him.
The proceeds from plundering can be used to reward subordinates. This is killing two birds with one stone.
"Victory!" The rebels cheered up and down.
Cheer for the generous rewards to come. "Attack!"
Shi Zhongtang drew his sword, "Tell the warriors that I am here to watch them, watch them defeat the Northern Xinjiang Army, and rule the world together with Gu!"